In a rapidly globalizing environment and ever-changing world, business schools are providing more value than ever. At its 2017 Deans Conference, AACSB International (AACSB), the world’s largest global education network, unveiled 35 innovations that represent critical work being done by business schools to better their communities and society at large.

The second annual Innovations That Inspire initiative recognizes institutions serving as champions of change in the business education landscape. A total of 315 submissions were received across 33 countries, mirroring society’s growing global demands and the critical need for connected and forward-thinking business schools. The initiative—and the work it showcases—underscores the important role that innovation plays in achieving the industry-wide vision for business education, which AACSB unveiled in 2016.

“The 2017 Innovations That Inspire represents cutting-edge ideas that business schools have to offer, as they work tirelessly and creatively to solve the most pressing challenges of our time,” said Thomas R. Robinson, president and CEO of AACSB. “Through meaningful ideas and increasing opportunities for engagement, schools are driving positive impact to ensure a better and more connected world.”

As part of the 2017 initiative, AACSB member schools were asked to share how their institutions drive change across three distinct engagement areas:

Engagement Across Disciplines: Schools are seizing upon the opportunity to engage with and connect together their expertise across disciplines of business, art, science, engineering, medicine, and law, while capitalizing on the vast knowledge base—redefining new avenues for impact, growth, and development.

Engagement With Business: Other institutions are creating pivotal connections with the business community, providing groundbreaking experiential learning opportunities for students, knowledge creation partnerships for faculty, and new networks for innovation and positive growth for local and extended communities.

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